Splatt’s Brisbane car accident lawyers or motor vehicle accident lawyers can advise on your legal rights when injured in a QLD car crash or traffic accident that wasn’t your fault. Our road accident lawyers provide accident compensation legal advice for personal injury claims relating to:
In Queensland, you can make a motor vehicle accident claim when you are injured in a vehicle crash and are not the at-fault driver. However your injury occurred, our motor vehicle accident team advise on your legal rights and entitlements on a 100% no-win, no-fee basis, QLD-wide. Pay when you win and zero if you lose.
The Motor Accident Compensation Act 1994 (the Act) governs your legal right to claim compensation for car accident injuries sustained on Queensland roads due to driver negligence.
The Act imposes strict time limits to bring a car accident compensation claim before a court, which is three years from the:
A Splatt car accident lawyer can explain your right to claim a compensation payout for negligent driving. It’s free to know your options. Call 1800 700 125
Specialist car accident lawyers provide legal advice for the claims process and your rights.
Splatt Lawyers is a 100% no-win, no-fee Brisbane car accident compensation law firm. Our motor vehicle accident lawyers offer:
It’s our No Win, No Fee, No Risk guarantee. Our Brisbane road accident lawyers can explain our no-risk legal funding policy during a free case review. Call 1800 700 125
Motor vehicle accident lawyers can advise how to access compensation when the unexpected happens on Queensland roads, regardless of how the accident occurred.
You may be entitled to compensation for a road collision via a CTP insurance claim. CTP (Compulsory Third Party) insurance is a type of accident policy that covers the costs associated with any injuries or death caused by road accidents.
If you have been injured while cycling on Queensland roads due to negligence, you may be able to claim injury compensation.
A motorcycle accident can lead to serious injuries. Depending on who was at fault, you might be entitled to claim compensatory damages. A car accident lawyer helps with advice for a CTP insurance payout.
You could claim injury damages when you have a transport accident in a taxi, Uber, bus, coach, train, plane, cruise ship or any other type of public transport accident.
Pedestrians can be involved in accidents in a variety of circumstances. So, if you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible to claim damages.
A person injured in a hit-and-run accident can still seek motor accident compensation, even when motor vehicles leave the scene. In this case, your personal injury claim is lodged with the QLD nominal defendant.
A truck accident can be a serious and life-altering event. Sometimes, both the truck driver and motorist suffer debilitating injuries. Splatt Lawyers can explain your right to seek compensation for a loss.
The motor vehicle accident team at Splatt Lawyers works with Kerry Splatt’s guidance – a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist in Personal Injury Law.
The QLS awards this accreditation to personal injury lawyers who demonstrate skill and expertise in compensation law. Splatt lawyers provide an obligation-free initial consultation.
How much compensation you can claim for a Brisbane or Queensland road accident that was partially or totally not their fault depends on the circumstances. Typically, the value of a damages payout varies, however, the Motor Accident Insurance Act 1994 allows compensation for:
Splatt’s Brisbane car accident lawyers can provide a settlement estimate with free initial advice. Call 1800 700 125
In Queensland, you could start a motor vehicle accident claim when you can prove another motorist was partly or completely at fault for your accident. In this case, our local motor vehicle accident lawyers advise on the CTP insurance claim process and what you must prove for a successful settlement.
After a car accident that was not your fault, you have the right to seek legal advice from a road accident lawyer. Here is what you need for reliable legal advice:
One component of compensation for QLD motor vehicle accident payouts is non-economic loss damages. These include pain and suffering, which are calculated using injury scale values (ISV).
ISV points are attributed to an injury using an ascending scale with higher values for severe and critical injuries. Other components include:
Injury Severity | ISV Points | ISV Payout Value |
|---|---|---|
Minor | 1 | $1,860 |
Moderate | 25 | $63,950 |
Serious | 50 | $171,550 |
Severe | 75 | $304,050 |
Critical | 100 | $456,950 |
Identifying the driver of the at-fault vehicle is the key to achieving a successful compensation settlement. A personal injury law firm understands how to prove who is responsible for your harm and associated financial loss. Depending on how your accident happened, there may be more than one liable party.
Sometimes, knowing who the at-fault party is can be confusing, but you can get some idea by considering how your accident happened. Remember that even if you are partly to blame, QLD legislation protects your right to claim compensation.
What you do after an automotive accident can impact your eligibility for compensation for injuries or damage. Immediately following a road accident, you should take these steps:
Splatt Lawyers provides legal advice on a 100% no-win, no-fee basis. Call 1800 700 125
All drivers have a duty of care for the safety of other motorists. So, when the unexpected happens and someone is injured in a motor vehicle accident, all not-at-fault Queensland road users are safeguarded by CTP insurance.
Generally, compulsory third-party insurance is included in Queensland motor vehicle registration and applies to all road users. Regardless of how your accident occurred, our car crash lawyers can help, including:
Strict time limits apply to initiating the claims process for a motor vehicle accident in Queensland. Whether you are a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, you can be blocked from seeking compensation if you miss the lodgement date.
Splatt Lawyers can advise you on the time limit for your case during a free case review. Call 1800 700 125
A QLD road or auto accident can have psychological or physical consequences on your health. Queensland legislation protects your right to make a personal injury claim.
Our injury and accident lawyers provide legal counsel to people affected by a car accident in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and throughout Queensland with no upfront legal fees.
We can provide motor vehicle accident compensation advice for conditions such as:
Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries Table | ||
|---|---|---|
Whiplash | Spinal Cord Injuries | Fractures |
Soft Tissue Injury | Traumatic Brain Injuries | Psychological Injury |
Nervous Shock | PTSD | Severe Burns |
Head Injuries | Neck Injuries | Shoulder Injuries |
Loss of Limb | Partial or Full Paralysis | Permanent Scarring |
In Queensland, the administration of the Compulsory Third Party (CTP) scheme is managed by the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC). This regulatory body was established on September 1, 1994 and is funded by the levy contained within your CTP insurance premium.
Generally, all registered vehicles must have compulsory third-party CTP insurance. Hence, when you have a personal injury claim for a car accident, an action is lodged against the CTP insurer of the at-fault vehicle.
This is an outline of the Queensland motor vehicle accident claims process:
For most Queenslanders, road travel is a daily key driver of our economy. However, many people suffer physical or psychological injuries or lose their lives in cars, on motorcycles or on bicycles. Below are the Australian statistics for road accident injuries requiring hospitalisation.
Road Injury Type | Hospitalisations | Percent |
|---|---|---|
Car Accident Injury | 21,327 | 31% |
Motorbike Accident Injury | 16,817 | 25% |
Bicycle Accident Injury | 16,517 | 24% |
Pedestrian Accident Injury | 3,638 | 5% |
Other Motor Vehicle Injury | 10,009 | 15% |
Splatt’s motor vehicle accident lawyers are based in ten locations from Cairns to the Gold Coast.
We provide home and hospital visits for injured clients unable to travel. Contact us for your free initial consultation regarding your legal entitlements after a motor vehicle accident.
You may be eligible to make a car accident compensation claim against an insurance company when injured in a motor accident that was someone else’s fault. Our motor vehicle accident lawyers can provide free initial advice regarding your next steps.
The first step of a car accident claim is to inform the CTP insurer. You can do this yourself or seek advice from a QLD CTP lawyer who negotiates with insurers. Next, you will need expert evidence, such as medical specialist assessments and reports.
Remember, time limits apply when starting legal action. Our Queensland accident lawyers can provide free initial legal guidance.
In Queensland, most car accident claims are resolved within 9 to 18 months. However, each claim is unique, and settlement time is based on the circumstances, including:
Our motor vehicle accident lawyers can provide a time frame estimate during a free case review.
Our motor vehicle accident lawyers provide compensation legal services for car accidents on a 100% no-win, no-fee basis, so you pay when we win, with no upfront legal costs.
Generally, the amount you are charged for our legal services depends on the amount of work required to resolve a claim. Plus, the cost of medical assessments and reports required to determine liability and the extent of damages. Furthermore, our legal fees are capped by QLD personal injury legislation.
If a motor accident claim is successful, the CTP insurer funds the compensation payout.
If you have an accident with an unregistered driver, you can still claim a lump sum payout. In this case, the Nominal Defendant insures the case.
Please understand that strict time limits apply. Generally, you must lodge a case within three months, which can be extended to nine months in exceptional circumstances.
If you have been involved in a car accident that was your fault, you may still be able to claim compensation for any injuries sustained. Depending on insurance coverage, you might claim through your superannuation or make an income protection insurance claim.
You could still claim if you were partially responsible for a car accident (contributory negligence). You should be aware that CTP compensation can be withheld if you are to blame for a car accident.
Splatt Lawyers is a 100% no-win, no-fee law firm (also known as No Win, No Pay). Which means you pay nothing until you win an injury claim and zero if you lose. This is the Splatt Lawyers 100% no financial risk guarantee. In addition, our legal fees are capped.
You could receive financial compensation when you have suffered injuries in a road accident as a passenger. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, you could claim a loss for:
Our qualified accident injury lawyers offer a free claim assessment, including claim eligibility. Call 1800 700 125
You can claim compensation for a Queensland car accident without advice from road accident lawyers. The Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) provides a claim form you can fill out to receive compensation for injury damages.
In Queensland, you have the right to seek legal representation for common law claims, as the claims process can be challenging.
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